Clasping device and accessory system with optional and interchangeable decorative add-ons

ABSTRACT

A device for holding flowing materials such as hair, fabric, yarn or other loose, and malleable fibers is disclosed. The device includes one contiguous piece of material with a central portion and a plurality of elongated arms or bars extending from the curved or bended portion. The elongated arms can be used to securely hold or clasp the flowing material. Numerous apertures are distributed throughout the device to diminish weight, to supply friction and to facilitate optional embellishments.

This application claims priority to Provisional Application Ser. No.61/461,208 filed on Jan. 15, 2011, the content of which is incorporatedby reference.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

The preferred embodiment relates generally to devices for accessorizingpeople, animals and inanimate objects as well as holding and organizingfibers such as hair, yarn and cordage and fabrics such as draperies,scarves and other malleable or loose materials. It relates alsogenerally to accessories and other devices such as paper clips, flexiblebands, safety pins, barrettes, bracelets, other hair and fashionaccessories and home, office or industrial accessories or any suchapparatus which may or may not be decorated in an interchangeable,fashionable, symbolic, artistic or other manner, and that may be usedfor holding or securing such loose or flexible fibers and materials.

Historically, there have been mechanical or non-mechanical devices thatheld such loose or malleable materials in place or in an otherwiseorganized manner. One such device is the common paper clip which looselygrasps a limited quantity of paper or other thin and lightweight matterin a temporary manner. A safety-pin, which pierces in two places, holdslimited quantities and may entangle fibers in its own mechanismsalthough it holds more securely over time. Barrettes or hair-pins mayonly hold a few locks of hair in limited styles and may be inadequate tohold, uncomfortable to wear and even damaging to hair. There is simplystyled jewelry like bracelets, earrings and necklaces that may beintentionally unadorned or only decorated in a single staticembellishment. Flexible bands only hold fibers or loose materials in acircular dimension and are limited in their decorative potential. Theremay be other such devices which are used to hold or bind loose ormalleable fibers, fabrics, papers, hair and other materials. Currently,these devices or tools are sold and used worldwide and are found to beeffective in their own niches. Some of these devices are even sold andutilized with the addition of decorative embellishments such as beads,feathers, crystals, flowers, crosses, stars, suns and other symbols andindicia. These simple and functional devices may not be adequate forlarger quantities and heavier or bulkier forms and volumes of fibers,fabrics and other malleable materials and products. Also, these devicesare limited in their decorative use if embellished at all. It may bethat only glue is attaching such decorations to very small surface areasmaking them vulnerable to breakage or loss. The embellishments may be oftrite or less than aesthetic value.

Most often these inadequate and sometimes damaging devices do notcrossover into different categories. Paper clips serve paper,safety-pins serve cloth, barrettes serve hair and so on. It isunderstandable that a particular device may only serve only one purposeand may have only one decorative appearance. That is evident based onwhat is available, generally, in the marketplace. If the device isdecorated at all, it may not be aesthetically pleasing, cannot beinterchanged easily or tends to be permanently affixed.

Common prior art is not generally available because many claspingdevices are of such archaic design. Currently, however, they are mostoften fabricated of shaped metal alloys, plastic or combinationsthereof. Non-mechanical barrettes, for instance, may be made simply fromone long piece of metal strap or wire that has one rounded end formingtwo parallel arms and an open end with two points. Thus, one point isconfigured by folding back under itself in a J or hooked fashion. Theother point is configured to be straight or flat in order to slide intothe hooked arm, thus securing the open end in a closed manner. This doesnot allow flexibility for holding fewer or more locks of haircomfortably and securely. It does not allow for many variations instyling opportunities and embellishment, nor is it generally useful tohold or control other fibers or fabrics. Paper clips are made of wirewith no tensile quality and are shaped in such a way as to be able tograsp only a few sheets of paper in a loose and impermanent fashion.Safety pins are commonly used to secure fabrics in place temporarily.They function by puncturing the material in two places which may or maynot leave noticeable damage when removed. They often catch threads intheir spring hinge and closure components which may pull and deface thefabric irreparably. Stopper Clip of Ornaments JP8332110 uses rivets andmountings to hold ornamentation and must become attached to anotherdevice by secondary means. This Stopper Clip is inadequate because itcan only act as an interface between the holding device and anembellishment. It is not suitable for use without either of thoseelements. Barrettes U.S. Pat. No. 3,707,158 is another example of anaccessory tool with hinging and closure mechanisms. It is limited in useas to volume and holding capacity and the problems associated withcomfort in use and during removal which, again, may cause potentialdamage to the fibers being held. It is also not conducive to alternativeembellishment. Spring-Tongue Clasps U.S. Pat. No. 3,677,270 isinadequate for use because of the open ended, bobby pin type form. Italso has three parts that coil and bend together causing some concernabout snagging fibrous material. It also holds limited amounts of fiberand does not provide adequate means for extraneous embellishment.BE581692, Barrette Pour Cheveux a Fermoir Pivotant is a “french clip”and a mass of moving parts which impacts the use, comfort and style ofit as an accessory. It has various hinges, clamps or crimping mechanismsthroughout. It is inadequate to versatility and ease of use and removal.It has a high profile and the mechanical aspects are apparent which maycause various hurtful and damaging entanglements with the hair. Itpresents better when embellished but otherwise is not aestheticallypleasing nor is it generally functional in other categories or for otherfibers or materials. Improvements in Hair Barrettes GB826308 areinadequate to holding very many fibers. It consists of a flat moldedplastic piece which bends in the middle and offers very little graspingspace. Gripping ribs are formed to the inward facing sides of the armsand reduce holding capacity even further. The plastic molded hinge willgenerally break or split apart with overuse or too much tension.Aesthetically it is not suitable for use in other categories. AnotherImprovement in Barrettes GB235796 shows two curved bars with serrationsor teeth positioned along the lower arm which abuts the upper arm whenthe device is closed and latched. There is no flexibility to accommodatemore or less volume or holding capacity. Likewise, the mechanisms maycatch and damage the fibers being held. The device is adequate for usewithout decoration but such decoration would be more permanentlyattached, if used. The hair Retention System US2010051046 uses soft,flexible material covering portions of the clip in order to reduce theeffects of snags, discomfort and damage thereby also further limitinghair holding capacity and flexibility for styling. Decorative elementsmay be applied to the surface area but no means of interchangeability isexpressed. US2007118977 Interchangeable Methods for Displaying Designson Clothing uses different methods to attach decorations with thisaccessory system. A consumer chooses a clothing accessory such as a beltbuckle or hatband, the preferred indicia and those are professionallyadhered with various methods. The choice of accessories and decorativeapplications is various but limited, generally, to a more permanentembellishment once the choices are made and the product is manufactured.US2004250832 Loop-Bead-do-Bobbie solders loops to the top of a bobby pinto facilitate decorating. This is a very limited application because ofweight considerations and lack of variable and reliable securing andholding capacity.

A clasping device and accessory system with optional and interchangeablecomponents that functions in a variety of categories can overcome thenumerous problems associated with prior art and would be valuable to thehair fashion, fashion accessory, craft, home decorating and gift tradesas well as others.

BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

A device for holding flowing materials such as hair, and other fibers orfabric is disclosed. The device includes one contiguous piece ofmaterial with a central portion and a plurality of elongated armsextending from the curved portion. The elongated arms can be used tohold or clip the flowing material. Incorporating my current provisionalpatent U.S. 61/461,208 with this application will facilitate protectionfor an entire range of products and system of product add-ons.

In one aspect, a holding device is made of one contiguous piece of metalor otherwise suitable material and has one or more crimps or bendsapproximately halfway down its length that forms the rounded or “hinged”end. There are also peaks or mounds molded into the contiguous piece andstrategically sited along what has been formed into the top and bottombars or arms. These peaks will flex and fit within and over each other'sfolds or bends. The closing end tips are elongated versions of thestandard type of “slide and hook” configuration. One end tip is leftstraight and “slides” into the other end of which the tip has beenformed into the receiving J or “hook” end thus creating a closed loopdevice. All these formations will allow for a broader range offlexibility, ease of use and volume holding potential than is normallyfound in such tools.

In another aspect, a holding device includes one contiguous piece ofmaterial with a curved central portion having a curved opening centrallypositioned therein; a plurality of elongated arms extending from thecurved portion, wherein the elongated arms secure the hair in a style,and one or more apertures are placed along the contiguous material inpredetermined sizes and increments.

In yet another aspect, a device for holding a flowing material includesone contiguous piece of material which has been rolled back or bended ina middle section to form a curved first bar and a second bar; one ormore the tips each having a general hook end shape and a slide endshape.

One implementation provides a series of holes or apertures on the devicealong each arm which serve three purposes. First, they reduce weight inthe piece. Secondly, they cause friction to help hold the device inposition and thirdly, they facilitate decoration. Another unique aspectof the preferred embodiment is also covered in my provisional patentU.S. 61/461,208. This is that the device may be used effectively andremain versatile with or without embellishment or ornamentation.

Other implementations may include one or more of the following. Thedevice can have peaks and apertures having predetermined sizes andplaced along the first and second bars. The hook end shape can be bendedand slide end shape can be crimped. Two or more peaks can be along thetop bar and two or more peaks along the bottom bar in correspondingincrements. The apertures can be placed along the first and second barsin predetermined sizes and increments. The apertures can have round,triangular, star or other shapes. The apertures are placed throughoutthe bars to provide a lightweight tool that uses friction for holding.An embellishment or a decoration can be secured to the aperture,including a flower or a bead or many other forms of ornamentation. Thefirst and second bars can secure hair, fabric, drapery, cordage clothingitems and other loose or malleable fibers or materials.

One embodiment of the accessory system provides a snapping device whichfacilitates the on and off potential of the decorative add-ons. It is asnap made of two parts, one male and one female. One part will becrimped, sewn, glued or otherwise attached to the ornament and thesecond part will be simply snapped into the first part through theselected aperture in any of the devices in order to lock the decoratedpiece into place.

All the devices in both patent applications have the ability to receivethese snap decorative add-ons. All the devices will remain effectivewith or without such decorations or any number of other attachingmethods. These and other accessory devices such as bracelets, earrings,necklaces, pins and buckles may be made to utilize this system.

In another aspect, a method to organize a flowing material includesforming one contiguous piece of material with one or more holding armsextending therefrom, forming one or more apertures placed along thecontiguous piece and the holding arms in predetermined sizes andincrements; placing the flowing material between the holding arms tosecure the flowing material.

Each device in this application may serve more than one purpose, forexample, as a possible bottle opener, a possible paper clip and now, asa clasping device for hair, loose fibers, fabrics and other malleablematerials. However, the preferred embodiment is not limited to, orreliant upon, such usages. The various embodiments can provide:

1) A device which may be used by people of all ages, male or female;

2) A device which has multiple uses.

3) A device which may be useful to accessorize animate and inanimateobjects.

4) A durable, practical and long lasting simple tool and accessory.

5) An accessorizing device that may be decorated easily andartistically.

6) An accessorizing device which looks handsome without embellishment.

7) A system to facilitate easy add-on or removal of embellishments forthe accessory.

8) A device which may be made from recycled materials and also berecycled itself.

9) A device that is easily and cost-effectively manufactured in the USA.

10) A method of manufacture to employ developmentally challengedindividuals.

11) An easy accessory system for creative and practical designers,artists and others.

Advantages of the various embodiments can include one or more of thefollowing. These embodiments are unique in their ability to functioneffectively in a variety of uses. They can all be decorated withadd-ons, or not, and remain effective and versatile. My previousapplication covers the design and uses of devices which are mainlyeffective in long, heavy and thick hair but are not limited to suchusage. This current application extends to the design of a claspingdevice which may be effective to hold in place, not only hair, but otherfibers and fabrics such as yarn, rope, draperies, scarves and othermalleable or loose materials. All these devices are also useful and nicelooking with or without embellishment which may be interchanged randomlyand at will. Also unique to this system is the method of changingdecorative add-ons easily without losing the integrity and functionalityof the devices. The device may be used to hold many types of fibers,fabric and malleable materials in place. Human and animal hair, yarns,twines, other ropey fibers and fabrics or materials such as draperiesand clothing such as shawls, neckties and ribbons are held in placeeffectively and damage free. Optional decorative elements can be addedto provide personalization while maintaining the effectiveness of theappliance. These embellishments are a very significant benefit of thepreferred embodiment. They are manufactured or created artistically inalmost unlimited materials, styles and types, from fine jewelry piecesto seasonal expressions, sports logos, other symbols and indicia. Theyare made from silk, wood, crystals, feathers and metals, other fibers,materials and any number of products, many of which may be fromrecycled, reused or repurposed and other bio-friendly sources. They maybe manufactured for sale as add-ons by developmentally challengedpeople, small or large manufacturing entities or made by others such asindependent artists, designers and consumers post purchase of thedevices themselves. The following description illustrates the preferredembodiments and broadly states the methodologies that may be used inorder to hold or secure in place such loose and malleable fibers. Thedescription also illustrates the preferred embodiments and broadlystates the methodologies that may be used to apply decorative add-ons toall these devices in an optional and temporary manner.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of the preferred embodiment illustrating anexemplary holding device.

FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing the slide end moving into the hookend while in use with a lock of hair.

FIG. 3 is a perspective view showing decorations being attached to thepreferred embodiment.

FIG. 4 is a side view showing a decorated variation of the preferredembodiment as being used with a drapery.

FIGS. 5A-5B show two embodiments of curved hair styling and decoratingtools.

FIG. 6 shows one embodiment of an angular hair styling and decoratingtool.

FIG. 7 shows one embodiment of the arcing configuration of a curved hairstyling and decorating tool.

FIGS. 8-10 show exemplary uses of the hair styling and decorating tools.

FIG. 11-13 show exemplary hair styling and decorating tools withdecorations thereon.

DESCRIPTION

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of the preferred embodiment illustratingthe components that make up the preferred embodiments. This view showsone contiguous piece of material which has been rolled back or bended inthe middle section to form the hinge end. The tips are formed into ageneral hook end shape and slide end shape and indicated as such. Thepiece is shown to be shaped with a slight arcing of the top and bottomarms or bars. It also shows peaks and apertures strategically sized andplaced along both arms. In FIG. 1, the preferred embodiment 10 is shownas one contiguous piece 20. The bended end 30, the hook end 40 and slideend 50 are illustrated. There are two or more peaks 60 a, 60 b, 60 c and60 n along the top arm 60 and two or more peaks 70 a, 70 b, 70 c and 70n along the bottom arm 70 in corresponding increments. Apertures 80 a,80 b, 80 c, 80 n are placed along the upper arm and lower arm of thedevice in strategic sizes and increments. The device has been formedinto a gentle arc 90. The breadth and length of the device may change tosuit different usages. The preferred embodiment may have any number ofshapes and sizes to accommodate different styles and types of preferencefor ornamental or symbolic use. The number of peaks is not limited tothe number or forms illustrated and may be configured with a moreangular or curvilinear presence. Likewise, the number of apertures isnot limited to the number illustrated and may be configured in any formsuch as oval, triangular, star shaped and so on.

Next, an exemplary method of using the holding device is discussed. FIG.2 shows a perspective view of how embodiment 10 closes and secures itsslide end 50 within the hook end 40 to secure a lock of hair L withcomfort and ease. The arc 90, the bent and rolled back end 30 and thelayers of conforming peaks on the two arms 60-70 enable the embodimentto be flexible in holding different volumes of loose fibers or material.Holes or apertures 80 are strategically placed throughout thisembodiment to facilitate a lightweight tool that uses friction forholding and provides an unlimited potential to decorate or embellish thedevice.

FIG. 3 is a perspective view of a decoration D being attached to theinvention 10 through one of the apertures 80 c. This attaching snapdevice has two sections Sa and Sb and shows the decoration D affixed tosection Sa and ready to be secured through an aperture 80 c by snappingsection Sb together with section Sa through the aperture 80 c.

As a side view, FIG. 4 illustrates how the preferred embodiment can beconfigured in different ways, embellished and still be effective invarious uses such as holding a drapery Y in place. For instance theprofile of the arms could become more angular 120, as illustrated, or bemore curvilinear, or indicate another form or symbolic shape. Likewise,the apertures could become angular 180, as indicated, or oval orrepresentative of some other form, shape, symbol and so on.

FIGS. 5A shows an embodiment of a curved hair styling and decoratingtool. In the embodiment of FIG. 5A a pin 200 is made of a one piecematerial that is curved at a center or middle portion 205 with first andsecond arms 206-208. The device has a generally large curved centerportion 205 with undulating curved arms 206-208 that form a small distalends 207-209. A plurality of apertures 210 with varying diameters areplaced along the middle portion 205 and arms 206-208.

FIGS. 5B shows an additional embodiment shaped generally in the form ofhalf a one-dimensional octopus. In this embodiment, a semicircularcentral portion 220 is formed with a plurality of legs 222 extendingtherefrom. The legs 222 may have elongated apertures 224 therein. Thelegs 222 can be oval, more angular or otherwise elongated shapes. In oneembodiment, enlarged recesses 226 can be formed between the elongatedlegs 222. A series of holes or apertures 228 can be formed on the devicewhich serves three purposes. First, they reduce weight in the piece.Secondly, they cause friction to help hold the device in position andthirdly, they facilitate decoration.

In one embodiment, a hair tool consists of a top arc with a horizontalstraight piece and four prongs that have elongated apertures. Theapertures can be positioned along the arc, and at the top and bottom ofeach prong. The holes along the top of the pieces are the ones that areprimarily used for adding embellishments as will be illustrated in depthbelow. The present system may have only one or two prongs or more as maybe desired. The breadth and length of the device may change to suitdifferent hair types and head sizes, as in children. The presentinvention may have any number of shapes and sizes to accommodatedifferent hair styles, hair types and ornamental or symbolic preference.The apertures may be in any number of shapes and designs. The number ofapertures is not limited to the number illustrated and may be oval,star-shaped, rectangular, and so on.

FIG. 6 shows one embodiment of an angle hair pin. One arm is formed witha number of linear segments 252A, 254A, 256A and 258A. A second arm isformed with a number of linear segments 252B, 254B, 256B and 258B. Thisembodiment is not limited to the number of segments or angled edgesillustrated and may be configured with a more angular or curvilinearpresence. The legs may have elongated apertures 260 therein. The seriesof holes or apertures can be formed on the device to reduce weight inthe piece, to provide friction to help hold the device in position andto facilitate decoration. The legs 252A-258B can be oval, angular orotherwise elongated shapes. In one embodiment, enlarged recesses 266 canbe formed between the elongated legs 252A-258B. The embodiment of FIG. 6can be configured in a variety of ways and still be effective. Forinstance, the arched form of the top could become instead a triangle, asillustrated, a square, a complete circle, a cross or other form, shapeor symbol and so on, with the shape of the prongs and apertures aroundthe device replicating the motif selected. The device could be made inlarger or smaller sizes with fewer or more prongs and motifs. The spiritof the present invention provides a breadth of scope that includes allmethods of making and using it. Any variation on the theme andmethodology of accomplishing the same that are not described hereinwould be considered under the scope of the present invention.

FIG. 7 illustrates that a hair styling tool 280 has a convex side 282and a concave side 284 The slight arc enables the styling tool to fitcomfortably along the curvature of a person's head after being placed inuse. In another embodiment, a hair styling tool has a convex side and aconcave side. The slight arc enables the styling tool to fit comfortablyalong the curvature of a person's head after being placed in use. In oneimplementation, the hair styling tool has a prong raised (offset) fromanother prong in order to create a larger gap to receive thicker locksof hair. This offsetting manner is particularly efficacious to quicklyand comfortably inserting heavier, thicker locks and creating manystyles. The same curvatures or offsetting may be used in any hairstyling tool or any of the variations, with substantially the sameresults. The preferred embodiment may have any number of shapes andsizes to accommodate different styles and types of preference forornamental or symbolic use. This embodiment is not limited to the numberof segments, curves or angles illustrated and may be configured with amore angular or curvilinear presence.

FIG. 8 shows the hair styling tool in use. Illustrated as 310 a thehairstyling tool is inserted prongs first in a concave side V facingoutward disposition into a hair style S. Secondly, illustrated as 310 b,the hair styling tool is swept upward and inserted further into the hairstyle S gathering more hair into the hairstyling tool. In this secondmovement, the direction of the hair styling tool is being reversed intoa convex side X outward, or away from head H disposition. Thirdly,illustrated as 310 c, the hair styling tool is then tucked firmly intothe hair style S and against the head H thus, the hair style S is heldin place with security and no discomfort. This styling methodology ofstarting with the prongs first, convex side outward disposition and thenreversing directions to a concave side outward disposition may also beused with hair styling tool 5B, or any other variation with one or moreprongs. Decoration D is shown in the form of beads but could includemany different types of embellishments.

FIGS. 9-10 are exemplary of two forms of hair styling and decoratingtools in use. FIG. 9 indicates one possible form of decoration and usefor the hair styling tool illustrated as 5B. FIG. 10 indicates onepossible form of decoration and use for the hair styling toolillustrated as 5A

FIG. 11-13 show exemplary hair pins with decorations thereon. Forexample, FIG. 11 is one implementation of FIG. 5B, with decorative beadssecured to apertures 228. FIG. 12 shows embodiments of FIGS. 5A-5B withdecorative flowers secured to various apertures 228. FIG. 13 shows oneembodiment of FIG. 5A, with decorative flowers secured to threeapertures 202. These embellishments provide significant benefit to thepreferred embodiments. They are manufactured or created artistically inalmost unlimited materials, styles and types, from fine jewelry piecesto seasonal expressions, sports logos, other symbols and indicia. Theyare made from silk, wood, crystals, feathers and metals, other fibers,materials and any number of products, many of which may be fromrecycled, reused or repurposed and other bio-friendly sources. They maybe manufactured for sale as add-ons by developmentally challengedpeople, small or large manufacturing entities or made by others such asindependent artists, designers and consumers post purchase of thedevices themselves.

The device could be made in larger or smaller sizes with differingprofiles and fewer or more peaks, arcs, apertures and bends. Decorationsare shown in the form of beads and flowers but may be of anyconfiguration or material that can be applied either permanently ortemporarily. The spirit of the preferred embodiment provides a breadthof scope that includes all methods of making and using it. Any variationon the theme and methodology of accomplishing the same that are notdescribed herein would be considered under the scope of the preferredembodiment.

The illustrative embodiments of the invention described in detail aboveare effective in demonstrating the various novel features of theinvention. Those skilled in the art will readily recognize furtherlatitude of variation. Thus, some or all of the parts described above asbeing of metal can be made of suitable plastics or other appropriatematerial. Consequently, the invention should be construed broadly inaccordance with its full spirit and scope.

1. A device for holding flowing material, comprising: one contiguouspiece of material bended in a middle section to form a curved first barand a second bar a plurality of rolling peaks and troughs thereon; and afirst tip on the first bar having a general hook end shape and a secondtip on the second bar having a slide end shape.
 2. The device of claim1, comprising a plurality of apertures having predetermined shapes andsizes, wherein the apertures are placed on the first and second bars. 3.The device of claim 1, wherein the hook end shape is bent or rolled backand the slide end shape is straight or flattened.
 4. The device of claim1, comprising two or more peaks along the top bar and two or more peaksalong the bottom bar in corresponding increments.
 5. The device of claim1, comprising one or more apertures placed along first and second barsin predetermined sizes and increments.
 6. The device of claim 5, whereinthe apertures comprise round, triangular, star or any of a number ofdifferent shapes.
 7. The device of claim 5, wherein the apertures areplaced throughout the bars to provide a lightweight tool that usesfriction for holding and to facilitate decoration.
 8. The device ofclaim 5, comprising an embellishment or a decoration coupled to theaperture.
 9. The device of claim 5, comprised of: a flower decoration, abead, adornment or embellishment attached to the aperture.
 10. Thedevice of claim 1, wherein the first and second bars secure hair,clothing, drapery.
 11. The device of claim 1, wherein the first andsecond bars secure loose or malleable fibers or materials.
 12. A holdingdevice, comprising: one contiguous piece of material with a top arc withan opening centrally positioned therein; a plurality of elongated armsextending from the top arc or a possible secondary arc or other segment,wherein the elongated arms securely grasp locks of hair or material thatis fibrous or malleable. one or more apertures placed along such arc,segments and arms in predetermined sizes and increments.
 13. The deviceof claim 12, comprising flower, bead and other decorations secured tothe apertures.
 14. The device of claim 12, wherein each elongated armcomprises a centrally elongated opening.
 15. The device of claim 12,wherein the apertures comprise round, triangular, star and other shapes.16. The device of claim 12, wherein the apertures are placed throughoutthe arms, arcs and segments to provide a lightweight tool that usesfriction for holding and to facilitate decoration.
 17. A method toorganize a flowing material, comprised of: forming one contiguous pieceof material with one or more holding arms extending therefrom, formingone or more apertures placed along the contiguous piece and the holdingarms in predetermined sizes and increments; placing the flowing materialbetween the holding arms to secure the flowing material.
 18. The methodof claim 17, wherein the flowing material comprises hair and wherein thematerial forms a hair styling tool, further comprising: inserting thehair styling tool with arms first and with a concave side facingoutward, away from a head into a lock of hair formed into a hair style;sweeping the hair styling tool in an upward manner into hair stylewherein a direction of the hair styling tool is reversed into a convexside outwardly away from head; and inserting and tucking the hairstyling tool firmly into the hair style and against head where hairstyle is held in place with security and no discomfort.
 19. The methodof claim 17, comprising attaching a flower, bead or other decoration tothe apertures.
 20. The method of claim 17, comprising forming acontiguous piece of material bended in a middle section to form curvedfirst and a second bars with a plurality of rolling peaks and troughsthereon and forming tips with a general hook end shape and a slide endshape on the first and second bar.